Students represent quadratic equations using different methods. In this algebra lesson, students solve quadratics using substitution, elimination and graphing. They relate quadratics to the real world.

Learners slice cones and identify the different conics formed. They then derive the formula to solve problems involving cones. Pull out the TI calculators to visualize the slicing and the different parts and properties created.

In this Sudoku puzzle worksheet, learners use basic derivative formulas, the chain rule and implicit differentiation to solve given problems.  This six-page worksheet contains 26 problems. Answers are provided on the last page.

Eleventh graders use factoring to solve 44 different problems involving area, intercepts, quadratic equations, and functions.

Students factor quadratic equations. In this algebra lesson, students apply the binomial square theorem to solve quadratics. They complete the square and use the complex number system to solve for the roots.

Find a quick, concise explanation of the vertex of a parabola. Examples are given and clearly explained.

This activity will help students work with the standard form of a parabola y = a(x - h)^2 + k by writing an equation given the vertex and a point.

This set of multiple choice questions asks students to identify parabolas in vertex form, to find the vertices of parabolas, and to determine if their graphs open up or down. Solutions are included.

Demonstrates step-by-step how to complete the square to find the vertex of a parabola. Thorough descriptions of each problem.

Explains what a parabola is and the vocabulary used to describe one and gives several examples of parabolas in real life.

Dr. Math helps a student with the plotting and with finding the vertex and line of symmetry of a parabola.

Given the equation of a quadratic function in vertex form, students learn to identify the vertex of a parabola from the equation, and then graph the parabola.

Students explore the vertex form of the parabola and discover how the vertex, direction, and width of the parabola can be determined by studying the parameters. They predict the location of the vertex of a parabola expressed in vertex form.

In this activity, students investigate the standard form of the quadratic function, y = ax^2 + bx + c. They investigate the changes on the graph of a quadratic equation that result from changes in A, B, and C. They also locate the vertex...

[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Learn the anatomy of the graph of a quadratic function.

[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Understanding the graphs of a parabola given equations. Students examine guided notes, review guided practice, watch instructional videos and attempt practice problems.

1. Students will be able to review how to find the vertex of a parabola using a graphing calculator. 2. Students will be able to observe the relationship between the values of a, h and k and the graph of a parabola in vertex form. 3....

[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Understanding the equations of parabolas

A detailed explanation of how to find a quadratic equation from its graph using different methods, including using software.

Given the graph of a situation represented by a quadratic function, the student will analyze the graph and draw conclusions.

Dr. Math, in a reply to a student's question, explains how to find the location of the vertex and focus, calculate the distance between the focus and vertex, as well as identify the axis of symmetry and the directix.

[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Graph and compare graphs of quadratic functions in the coordinate plane.

Find the zeroes ("roots") of quadratic functions and the vertex of their parabolas. Functions are given in standard, vertex, and factored form. Students receive immediate feedback and have the opportunity to try questions repeatedly,...

Identify the form of a quadratic function that immediately reveals a given feature of that function. Features in question are the y-intercept of the graph, the zeroes ("roots") of the function, and the vertex of the parabola. Students...